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A woman's excess male hormone symptoms were caused by a rare benign tumor in her ovary.

A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

PCOS is diagnosed when at least two of these three features are present: polycystic ovaries, irregular ovulation, and high androgen levels.

A woman's hair loss was linked to a rare hormone-secreting ovarian tumor, treated with surgery and hair loss medication.

Non-invasive imaging helped diagnose a woman's severe hormone imbalance and diabetes, and medication successfully treated her condition.

Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.

More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.

Treatment restored normal sexual characteristics and blood condition in a patient with testicular cancer.

A teenage girl with high androgen levels and PCOS developed a rare liver tumor, suggesting a possible link between high androgens and the tumor's growth.

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

Venous catheterization may help diagnose the cause of female hyperandrogenism when imaging is unclear.

A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.

About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.

The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

Hair loss in elderly women is often caused by various factors, including hormonal changes after menopause.

Effective treatments for excessive hair growth in women include creams, laser therapy, and medications, with the choice depending on individual needs and potential side effects.

A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

Children and adults with Cushing's disease show different symptoms and males have more severe cases; surgery outcomes can be predicted by certain factors.

Insulinomas and adrenocortical tumors are common in older ferrets, diagnosed with blood tests and ultrasounds, and treated with medications or surgery.

A man with a rare adrenal cancer showed unusual symptoms and died four months after diagnosis.

The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.

Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.

Many young women who donate blood have hormonal disorders like excess male hormones and PCOS.

A woman's masculine symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which improved after surgery.